When reverse bias is applied to a junction diode, it

When reverse bias is applied to a junction diode, it 

1.increases the potential barrier 2.decreases the potential barrier 3.greatly increases the minority carrier current 4.greatly increases the majority carrier current 
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When reverse bias is applied to a junction diode, it increases the potential barrier 

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